Intellectual Property

Foster Pepper intellectual property attorneys provide the guidance and knowledge required to help our clients maximize the value of their portfolio and safeguard their valuable IP assets. We are proud to be recognized by our clients and peers in the U.S. News-Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” survey as a top law firm for technology law and intellectual property litigation in Washington.

We represent the full spectrum of clients in IP matters, from individual inventors to small start-up ventures and global leaders of industry, with a practice that embraces U.S. and international patent, trademark and copyright preparation, prosecution, litigation, licensing, and counseling in a diverse array of industry sectors. We serve clients in a variety of industries including aerospace, alternative energy, apparel, computer science, construction and heavy equipment, electrical engineering, electronic commerce and Internet, mechanical engineering, medical devices, powered vehicles, robotics, software, sports and recreational equipment, and telecommunications, among others. Our attorneys understand the environment, analyze the issues, and create efficient and effective solutions that address our clients’ objectives.

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Areas of Focus

Patent Counseling & Prosecution

Foster Pepper’s patent attorneys counsel companies of all sizes in connection with the development and implementation of patent strategies, evaluating the patentability of new inventions, and preparing and prosecuting patent applications in the United States and around the world.

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Copyright & Trademark

The firm’s experienced copyright and trademark attorneys are well-positioned to dispense practical legal advice with respect to copyright, trademark and advertising law. Our services include selection, clearance and registration, licensing, structuring and restructuring ownership, as well as copyright and trademark experience in connection with corporate transactions and bankruptcy restructurings. Also, we work with our clients on advertising issues, including the proper use of content.

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IP Litigation

Foster Pepper’s intellectual property litigation team enjoys a successful track record of defending and prosecuting our clients’ interests. We invest the time and resources to develop and execute effective strategies in IP disputes, including patent, copyright, trademark, licensing and trade secret matters. Our representation of both plaintiffs and defendants better positions us to accomplish favorable outcomes for our clients. Learn more about our IP Litigation practice here.

October 14, 2015 -
Employers face a variety of threats from departing employees, including theft of intellectual property, use and disclosure of trade secrets, and unfair competition and solicitation of customers and employees. Prudent employers can reduce those risks through effective employment agreements and oth...

March 26, 2015 - Please join Foster Pepper Intellectual Property attorneys and special guest, Brianna Home of the marketing agency Hansen Belyea, for an informative seminar exploring the elements of developing and trademarking a strong brand. This exciting and informative panel is geared toward general and in-house ...